Fun Ways To Incorporate Balloons Into Your Wedding

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No matter the celebration, a staple decor item to add to your list is balloons. From engagement parties to bridal showers to the wedding day and everything in between, balloons are a great (and fun) way to liven up a room. Did we mention that they’re also budget-friendly and don’t take a ton of time to setup? We love seeing them used (especially the extra-large balloons) as dessert table backdrops and centrepieces but, for a more subtle approach, you could also use them as photo props or stationery accents. For the more adventurous sort, why not take a romantic hot air balloon ride and capture some great shots from up in the air? Or, hand out a balloon to each of your guests and watch in awe as an abundance of balloons sail together to the skies after your ceremony. To get your creative juices flowing, here are some clever ideas to help you incorporate these whimsical decor items into your wedding.

Frame your sweet table or head table with a stunning DIY arch that combines balloons and flowers.<br />
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Learn how to create this balloon arch at <a href="http://thehousethatlarsbuilt.com/2014/07/balloon-arch-tutorial.html/" target=_blank">The House That Lars Built</a>.

Instead of arranging framed photos on your guest book table, why not take a creative approach by suspending your favourite shots from a balloon chandelier?!<br />
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Learn how to create this balloon chandelier at <a href="http://www.weddingchicks.com/2012/10/05/balloon-chandelier-diy/" target=_blank">Wedding Chicks</a>.

In lieu of a guestbook, have your guests sign within the hearts on this custom-made wooden hot air balloon frame.<br />
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Buy it on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/125495909/custom-wedding-guest-book-alternative-3d?ref=v1_other_1" target=_blank">Etsy</a>.

Take a stunning group shot like this one by handing out balloons to your guests post-ceremony and looking up at the photographer.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.theprettyblog.com/2011/10/mark-anja-old-castle-brewery-wedding/" target=_blank">The Pretty Blog</a>.

Create a brilliant illusion of balloons in suspended animation by anchoring them over a pool–or even a landscape–using clear fishing wire.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.inspiredbythis.com/2012/11/inspired-by-giuliana-and-bill-rancics-pink-and-blue-baby-shower/" target=_blank">Inspired by This</a>.

Recreate this gorgeous group shot with your wedding guests by handing each of your guests a balloon and releasing them on the count of three.<br />
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Image via <a href="http://www.wildweddings.co.uk/index.php/tag/destinations/" target=_blank">Wild Weddings</a>.